We encourage international students to have a multi-focused job search strategy consisting of US Search, Home Country Search and Global Search. Students should be aware of industry recruitment timelines and process and search simultaneously.
We encourage students to book a coaching appointment for support with your job search strategy, resume and cover letter review, networking, interview preparation and other career needs.
ISSS promotes international student and scholar mobility and serves as a resource for intercultural initiatives to the university community. To cultivate academic success and personal development, ISSS aims at providing quality services and programs to the university community by educating, advocating and training while complying with federal regulations governing international education exchange.
Both incoming and current students can work with ISSS. They can provide assistance with immigration documents, provide an orientation and ensure you are adjusting to life in the United States. Additionally, they provide guidance to students for understanding and complying with immigration law. Check out their International Student and Scholar Services website.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is an employment option for F-1 students engaged in an academic program for whom work is considered an integral part of their students. CPT authorization allows you to accept a one semester paid or unpaid internship in your field of study. Learn more about Curricular Practical Training from ISSS.
Optional Practical Training (OPT) is an employment option for F-1 students who wish to gain work experience directly related to their field of study. Students must attend a session before applying for OPT, learn more about Optional Practical Training from ISSS.
